QC Specialist, Microbiology

Piper Companies is seeking a QC Specialist – Microbiology to contribute to an innovative cell therapy organization in Branchburg, NJ
. This role is responsible for conducting microbiological testing in a cGMP laboratory environment and supporting both manufacturing and quality operations.

• Conduct microbiological testing, including BET (bacterial endotoxin testing), sterility testing, and rapid microbial methods.
• Provide support for environmental monitoring (EM) programs, including sample collection and documentation activities as needed.
• Perform testing activities in accordance with cGMP requirements, approved SOPs, and applicable regulatory guidelines.
• Record and review test data, document results, and prepare reports in compliance with cGMP standards.
• Support troubleshooting efforts, laboratory investigations, and method validation or transfer activities.
• Prepare, review, and revise SOPs, protocols, and other technical documents as required.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring instruments are properly calibrated, cleaned, and operational.

• 4+ years of laboratory experience in cGMP microbiology or quality control settings
• B.S. or M.S. degree in Microbiology, Biology, Biotechnology, or another relevant life sciences discipline
• Proven hands-on expertise in endotoxin (BET), sterility, and rapid microbial testing methodologies
• Experience contributing to environmental monitoring (EM) activities and compliance programs
• Strong foundation in aseptic processing techniques and contamination control principles

• Pay Rate: $35-40/hr
• Contract Opportunity
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave (as required by law), and Paid Holidays

Application Period: This position opens for applications on 7/22/2026 and will remain open for a minimum of 30 days from the posting date.